/SCWM/WMEBASICS027 - Width indicator &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WMEBASICS -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Width indicator &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WMEBASICS027 - Width indicator &1 does not exist in warehouse number &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WMEBASICS027 indicates that the width indicator specified does not exist in the specified warehouse number. This error typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Width Indicator: The width indicator you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Warehouse Number: The warehouse number specified may not be correctly set up or may not have the width indicator defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the warehouse management settings in SAP EWM.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Width Indicator:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP EWM and verify if the width indicator you are trying to use is defined.
  You can check this in the Customizing settings under Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Width Indicators.
  
  
  
  Verify Warehouse Number:
  
  Ensure that the warehouse number you are using is correct and that it is properly configured in the system.
  Check if the width indicator is assigned to the correct warehouse number.
  
  
  
  Create/Update Width Indicator:
  
  If the width indicator does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the same configuration area mentioned above.
  If it exists but is not assigned to the warehouse number, you may need to assign it.
  
  
  
  Check User Input:
  
  Ensure that the input provided by the user is correct and matches the defined width indicators in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing width indicators and warehouse configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EWM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the width indicator is correctly set up in your SAP EWM system.